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August 2022

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Walton Arts Center My Fair Lady Fayetteville | 2pm This delightful musical tells the story of Eliza Doolittle, a young Cockney flower seller, and Henry Higgins, a linguistics professor who is determined to transform her into his idea of a “proper lady.” But who is really being transformed?

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National Relaxation Day National Relaxation Day is an important day as we all need a break from the fast-paced and often hectic lifestyles we live.

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Fayetteville Public Library - Walmart Story Time Room Toddler Time Fayetteville | 10:30am - 11am Bring your child to sing, read and play every day! Join Youth Services Librarians for puppets, songs and books.

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Village Center - 606 W. Lancashire Blvd. Bella Vista Farmers Market Bella Vista | 9pm - 2pm We offer a fun, family-friendly environment for some free weekend entertainment to foster a greater sense of community within Bella Vista, while providing products grown or made by local farmers and artists.

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Arvest Ballpark NWA Naturals vs. Springfield Cardinals Springdale Springdale | 2:05pm The Naturals vs. San Antonio. Kids 12 & under eat FREE during every Sunday afternoon home game. A voucher is given at the main gates is good for a Hot Dog, 12 oz. Coca-Cola, Oreo Cookies, & Teddy Grahams.

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National Wildlife Day

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Amazeum Partners in Play Bentonville | 10pm - 12pm Designed for children 6 and younger and their adult caregiver, Partners in Play Programs introduce children to science, technology, engineering, art and math (STEAM) by activating their natural curiosity. Free with membership or paid admission.

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Amazeum Partners in Play Bentonville | 10pm - 12pm Designed for children 6 and younger and their adult caregiver, Partners in Play Programs introduce children to science, technology, engineering, art and math (STEAM) by activating their natural curiosity. Free with membership or paid admission.

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Washington County Fairgrounds Washington County Fair Fayetteville | Tuesday - Saturday The largest and most established county fair in Arkansas!

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National Beach Day

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Fayetteville Public Library - Schmieding Foundation Teen Project Room Wordplay Writers' Club Fayetteville | 4:30pm - 5:30pm A weekly meeting place for young authors who are interested in honing their creative writing skills. The club meets Tuesdays at 4:30pm for grades 4–12.

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National Grandparent’s Day

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Amazeum Partners in Play Bentonville | 10am - 12pm Introducing children to science, technology, engineering, art and math (STEAM). Monthly themes build your child's sense of wonder and playfulness as you engage together in curiosity and hands-on discovery. For children 6 & under with caregiver.

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Arvest Ballpark NWA Naturals vs. Frisco Springdale | 7:05pm Buck-A-Brat Night. Enjoy $1 Johnsonville Brats at every Tuesday night home game at Arvest Ballpark.

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This month in History… August is Harvest Month

August 1, 1961 - The first Six Flags park open in Texas August 11, 1999 - A total solar eclipse is visible from Europe and Asia August 21, 1931 - Babe Ruth hits his 600th home run August 28, 1963 - Dr. Martin Luther King Jr gives his famous “I Have A Dream” speech August 31, 1897 - Thomas Edison patents the movie projector

Amazeum Priceless night at the Amazeum Bentonville | 4:30pm - 7:30pm Family time is priceless at the Amazeum on most Wednesdays during Priceless Nights. Thanks to the support of the Willard and Pat Walker Foundation admission to the museum is pay-as-you-wish.

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Walmart AMP Keith Urban Rogers | 7:30pm The Speed of Now World Tour 2022 with Ingrid Andress. Gates open at 6pm. Music starts at 7:30pm.

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Fayetteville Public Library - Starr Foundation Children's Craft Room Preschool Play: Sensory Bins Fayetteville | 9:30am - 11:30am Enjoy playing in different sensory bins! Ages 3–5.

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Fayetteville Public Library - Walmart Story Time Room LEGO Freeplay Fayetteville | 10am - 11:30am Bring your preschooler and come have fun with LEGOs!

Buy One, Get One Free See our coupon in the Kid's Eat Free Guide in this directory for details.

Amazeum Priceless night at the Amazeum Bentonville | 4:30pm - 7:30pm Family time is priceless at the Amazeum on most Wednesdays during Priceless Nights. Thanks to the support of the Willard and Pat Walker Foundation admission to the museum is pay-as-you-wish.

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Various Venues Fayetteville Roots Festival Fayetteville | August 25th -27th Fayetteville Roots Festival returns to downtown Fayetteville in 2022 with stages at the Fayetteville Town Center, the new Fayetteville Public Library Event Space, and the Roots HQ. The festival will be full of walkable, downtown events spanning 3 days.

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Downtown Square First Thursday Fayetteville | 5:30pm - 9pm This event is FREE and open to the public. The event celebrates Fayetteville's local arts culture, music, food, and beer! Featuring DJ Dribblz, Amos Cochran, and Baang.

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Arvest Ballpark NWA Naturals vs. Springfield Cardinals Springdale | 7:05pm Enjoy the best in sight and sound at Arvest Ballpark as a spectacular post-game Fireworks show will follow the conclusion of the Naturals game.

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Downtown Bentonville First Friday Art Festival Bentonville | 11am - 9pm First Friday is a monthly festival series featuring live music, food trucks, multiple family-friendly activities, and local vendors. The free community event welcomes all members of the community.

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Washington County Fairgrounds Washington County Fair Fayetteville | Tuesday - Saturday The largest and most established county fair in Arkansas!

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University of Arkansas Razorbacks vs. Cincinnati Fayetteville | 2:30pm Razorbacks football kicks off with the first game of the year! If you can’t be there in person, watch on ESPN.

Amazeum Priceless night at the Amazeum Bentonville | 4:30pm - 7:30pm Family time is priceless at the Amazeum on most Wednesdays during Priceless Nights. Thanks to the support of the Willard and Pat Walker Foundation admission to the museum is pay-as-you-wish.

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Get a FREE Medium Cone with any purchase!! See our coupon in the Kid's Eat Free Guide in this directory for details.

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National Teddy Bear Day

Botanical Garden of the Ozarks Little Sprouts Fayetteville | 9:30am - 11:30am There are two sessions: 1) a 9:30 am program designed with our littlest sprouts in mind (ages infant to 2 years old), and 2) a 10:30 am program geared toward children 3-5 years old. Guests are welcome to attend whichever session they like.

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The Jones Center Worst Case Scenario Survival Experience Springdale | 12pm - 8pm Need to land a plane, escape quicksand, or outsmart a mountain lion? The Worst-Case Scenario Survival Exhibition lets you put your real-world survival skills to the test, with plenty of laughter and excitement along the way.

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Look for the August issue of Kid's Directory next week!

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University of Arkansas Razorbacks vs. South Carolina Fayetteville | 11am Come cheer on the Razorbacks as they take on South Carolina in the first conference game of the season.

Arkansas Air & Military Museum Taxiway Talk with Billy Higgins Fayetteville | 11am

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Arkansas Air & Military Museum National Free Museum Day Fayetteville | All Day

University of Arkansas Family Weekend Razorbacks vs. Missouri State Fayetteville | 6pm The Razorbacks host Missouri State at home for Family Weekend.